Anglo-Scottish Wars of 1513-1560
At a glance:
- Series: Magill’s Guide to Military History
- Categories: Government and Politics, Women’s Issues, Military History
- Subcategories: Kings, Queens, Kingdoms, Monarchy, Wars, Battles
- Curriculum: British History, Renaissance History
- Geographical Location: England, Scotland, United Kingdom
- Date: 1513-1560
Article abstract: At issue: Peaceful borders, royal marriage, and Scottish independence. Result: Scotland kept its independence, and the legitimacy of both Mary and Elizabeth was accepted.
Background
When the Tudor Dynasty came to power in 1485, Scottish king James IV aided rival claimants. This led to border skirmishes until James IV signed a peace treaty in 1504, sealed by his marriage to Henry VII’s daughter Margaret.
The resumption of hostilities in northern Italy between the allies of the pope, France, and Spain tempted England and Scotland...
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